Swim Instructor / Lifeguard

Location: Bodwell Aquatics – Bodwell High School, North Vancouver, BC

Position Type: Part time / Seasonal

Start Date: As soon as possible

Schedule: Weekday evenings and/or weekends, depending on program needs

About Bodwell Aquatics

Bodwell Aquatics is a growing swim and aquatic programming department at Bodwell High School. We provide swimming lessons, aquatic training, recreational swim programs, and seasonal camps for children and youth in a safe, structured, and professional environment.

We are looking for responsible, energetic, and qualified Swim Instructors and Lifeguards to join our team.

Position Overview The Swim Instructor / Lifeguard will be responsible for teaching swimming lessons, supervising pool activities, ensuring water safety, and creating a positive learning experience for students of different ages and skill levels.

This role requires strong communication, professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work with children in a safe and engaging way.

Key Responsibilities

- Teach swimming lessons to children and youth in private, semi-private, and group settings
- Supervise pool activities and maintain a safe aquatic environment
- Follow lesson plans and adapt teaching methods based on student ability




- Monitor student progress and provide feedback when needed
- Enforce pool rules and safety procedures
- Respond quickly and professionally to emergencies
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe pool setting
- Communicate respectfully with students, parents, and staff
- Arrive on time and be fully prepared for each shift

Required Qualifications
- Valid National Lifeguard certification
- Valid Swim Instructor certification
- Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification
- Previous experience teaching swimming is preferred
- Strong ability to work with children
- Reliable, professional, and punctual
- Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications
- Lifesaving Instructor certification
- Experience working in a school, camp, or youth program environment
- Experience teaching beginner swimmers
- Ability to work weekday evenings and weekends

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

- Responsible and safety-focused
- Confident teaching children and youth
- Patient, energetic, and qualified
- Reliable with scheduling and attendance
- Able to represent Bodwell Aquatics in a positive and respectful way

Pay: $20.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits

- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 Swim Instructor / Lifeguard (North Vancouver)
🏢 Bodwell Aquatics
📍 North Vancouver